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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1931
Page
1
The residence of Mrs. J. C. Ellington on North Tenth Street was struck by lightning during a Saturday storm. The bolt damaged the roof and interior, shattered windows, started a small fire, and injured Mrs. Ellington briefly before she recovered. Estimated damage exceeds $10,000, partly insured.
The newly formed Athletics routed the Lyman Richey Gravelers 22 to 7 at the sand pit diamond northwest of the city. Richard Herold pitched strongly with support from his son Peter Herold as Kenneth Poisall homered and drove in many runs. The club plans to rename to Merchants with uniforms reflecting local businesses.
The Missouri Valley Pipeline Co and farmer Joseph F. Safarik reached a settlement in district court ending the injunction action. They agree to permanent relief and each party bears its own costs after a temporary restraining order.
A bread truck from the P. F. Peterson Co. of Omaha struck a parked truck owned by Mr Funk on Main Street after its ladder hooked the other vehicle. The collision damaged the left side of Mr Funk’s truck and the driver ordered repairs before continuing.
Mrs. George Petring, who has been ill for two weeks, was transported by Sattler ambulance to Immanuel hospital in Omaha for treatment. Doctors hope for a quick recovery and return to normal activities.
A man named Jack Wendt bought small items at Mauzy Drug Co and paid with a check that later appeared bad. Mauzy reported it to Officer Joe Libershal, who learned the suspect rode a bus to Omaha where authorities held him on arrival. Wendt said he worked on a road crew near the city.
Murray Red Sox crushed the Boston Terrors 17 to 0 Sunday afternoon. Pitcher Hopkins held the visitors hitless at key moments while Murray hitters sparked by Svoboda Newman Pierce and Stone totaled fifteen hits. The win underscores Murray’s strong season as one of Cass county’s top lineups with sturdy defense and solid pitching.
William Smith nineteen catcher for Rock Bluffs was severely injured Sunday afternoon during a game with Lyman Ridher Athletics. He fractured the right ankle after a collision at home plate as Ray Racek slid in to score. Smith finished the play with a putout before being taken home and treated. This follows another family injury earlier in the season.
City Clerk Herman L. Thomas, treated in Omaha for a left ankle infection, has returned home and is recovering well. He hopes to attend tonight's city council meeting at City Hall after care at the Missouri Pacific ward.
Joe A. Rawls 45 a Lewistown resident and former Plattsmouth youth died Monday at a Lewistown hospital during a mastoid operation. He was a longtime Milwaukee road employee, led the Lewistown school board, presided over the high school building program, active Mason, church elder, survived by widow Marie, four Lewistown sons, parents CC A Rawls of this city, and brothers Noel in California and R Glen in Butte.
A joyful birthday gathering for the twelfth birthday of Miss Jacqueline Grassman brought together her school friends at the Grassman home on West Marble Street. Prizes went to Jean Brady of Lincoln Joan Moore and Marjorie Ann Tidball as games and contests entertained the guests. The guest of honor received many handsome gifts and the birthday cake with candles was the centerpiece of refreshments served by Mrs Grassman with Mrs R A Bates and Miss Laura Grassman assisting.
Last Tuesday the Awcent Camp Fire girls spent the day in Crabill's pasture. Activities began at seven in the morning with tent pitching and cooking preparations. They played Indian games, learned first aid, and held contests. The group logged twelve hours in camp and cleaned up before leaving. Each girl received a leather leaf from guardian Alice Crabill and will earn another Camp Fire honor for the experience.
Sheriff Bert Reed has been confined to his bed since Friday and is taking treatment. He has not been well for several days and rests per physician advice to regain health. Deputy Rex Young oversees the office during the illness.
Edward Lewis of this city, a poultry shipper, was found dead along the Pennsylvania railroad right of way about a hundred miles west of Syracuse New York. Police suspect robbery and murder after his guards and car doors were found open in transit from Syracuse Nebraska to Syracuse New York.
Frank Mullen of South Sixth street grocer and meat market operator becomes a grandfather with the arrival Monday afternoon of a son and heir at the home of Mr and Mrs Emmett Mullen in Dunlap Iowa. This is the first grandson to carry the family name and Mrs Mullen, formerly Miss Mable Houlahan of Denison, has been with her parents in recent weeks. The family and friends extend best wishes for a long, prosperous life.
The Leonard building between Fifth and Sixth streets is nearing completion after remodeling for the Town Nebraska Light & Power Co. The steel ceiling is installed and the front redone, with decorating and flooring remaining. The basement will serve as storage, and a long lease supports the conversion to offices and a store room.
Miss Hazel Dovey daughter of Mr and Mrs C C Dovey arrives after a swift auto trip from Canton Ohio to visit family and attend the University of Nebraska summer school at Lincoln. She taught in Canton high schools and traveled via Ft Wayne Indiana stopping a night along the way. Mrs W C Morrow of Cleveland Ohio sister of Mrs O C Dovey returns home after a visit.
The birthday anniversary of George Brinklow, a young farmer near Murray, was celebrated with a pleasant farm home dinner arranged by Mrs. Brinklow. Jesse Perry and Ward Whalen joined in hosting the event, aiding in a fitting observance with a birthday cake and candles.
Plattsmouth Rotary Club and Anns join in a dinner at Fontenelle Hotel and Ak-Sar-Ben show at the Coliseum. Delegations from Lincoln Plattsmouth Callaway Red Oak Beatrice and others attend. Ak-Sar-Ben secretary and past Lincoln Rotary leader spoke as Ak-Sar-Ben membership tops 4170.
George Barr reports the recovery of a tramble net used in his fishing after a theft last November. Deputy Rex Young found nets at Holman's home identified by Barr as his property, claiming Holman found them drifting in the Missouri river. A county court hearing is set for next Thursday. Barr also notes missing fish from his boxes, but another party paid him the purchase price to settle that matter.
Maldon D. Brown drove 19 miles from Plattsmouth to Omaha in one hour in an antique one cylinder Brush from 1908. He rode with his two children Renee and James and two Plattsmouth men, John Sattler and Roy Holly. A stiffer test is planned for August when Brown and others drive to the American Legion convention at Fremont.
Mr and Mrs Rudolph Ramsell visited the home of Wm Rausell and his mother in Seward for Saturday and Sunday. They report heavy rain at Seward but crops look fine and improving. They returned home last evening.
Rush order placed for job printing as Call No 6. project details limited to this instruction. No additional context available.
Fred G. Egenberger prepares a soft drink establishment in the Schlitz building at Fifth and Main, with an opening planned for mid to late next week. He will stock Schlitz products and welcomes old friends to visit the new shop.
Peter Merges a pioneer Plattsmouth merchant and Civil War veteran died at the Port land Oregon Soldiers Home after living there two years. He built the Mauzy Drug Co. building on Vine Street and ran a shoe business before moving to Omaha and then Oregon. Interment is reported to be in Roseburg Oregon.
The June term opened with Ole Olson versus Earl Towle. The plaintiff asked for more time. the case was dismissed at the plaintiff’s cost and refiled. Olson seeks 344000 in unaccounted sums from Towle, former quarry manager. trial likely in fall term.
Judge Munger rules for the government in a Platte River land dispute near Plattsmouth. Christian Lawrence Stull must remove his barb wire fence from Fort Crook rifle range within sixty days. The suit sought quiet title. Stull’s counterclaim is dismissed. The decision cites lack of open exclusive possession.
The daily heat wave reaches 98 degrees Monday afternoon with noon readings around 95 in the city. A cooling breeze offers some relief today, tempering the extreme heat across the region.
Miss Marjorie Shopp married Louis W. Lohnes at 11 o clock in the home of Mrs. Bertha Shopp on Pearl Street. Rev. H. G. McClucky officiated. The couple plans a honeymoon through Minnesota and a visit to the Black Hills before settling in the city.
Joseph F. Hadraba a druggist leaves Monday for a three week west coast tour starting in Santa Ana where his sons Theodore and Robert reside. He plans trips around California while the younger children vacation with grandparents Mr and Mrs John Janda near Dewesse and relatives in Nebraska.
Richard Bailey son of Superintendent and Mrs. R E Bailey was returned to hospital after a Friday operation in Omaha for tonsil removal. He has developed a high fever over the last two days causing concern for his parents and prompting further care by the specialist who performed the operation.
Sheriff Mondell of Sarpy county hunted for clues in Springfield after burglars broke into the Harder Transfer Co garage last night. They stole $20 from the safe and damaged the cash register, and also took a car and a radio before fleeing.
The condition of Sheri Hert Reed was reported as much better on Tuesday. She rested and showed greater strength which pleased the staff. The sheriff received rest treatment and is regaining activity, expected to restore him to former health.
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